Commemorating the 100th anniversary of America’s entry into World War I (WWI) in 1917, Buffalo Never Fails: The Queen City and World War I looks back to a critical time in our nation’s history, emphasizing Buffalo’s role in the war and the related consequences. This exhibition honors stories of individual heroism and describes sacrifices both on the battlefields and here at home.

Central to the exhibition is the Buffalo & Erie County Library’s extraordinary collection of World War I posters, donated in 1919 by prominent Buffalonian Edward Michael. The collection includes posters from the United States, Canada and Europe, representing some of the finest examples of graphically designed war propaganda. In a time before television and social media, these motivational artworks were effective in encouraging military enlistment and appealing directly to citizens to back the war effort, buy bonds, conserve food and support the Red Cross. Evocative items from the Library’s Rare Books & Special Collections, as well as artifacts on loan from other institutions and collectors, help illustrate the “War to End All Wars.”

The exhibition is located in the second floor Collections Gallery and is free and open to the public during all Central Library operating hours until January 2020. Also in the Gallery space is an all-ages “On the Home Front” interactive area with games, videos and programs.

To honor the men and women who serve our country in the Armed Forces, the Championship is pleased to offer Active Duty, Retirees, Veterans, Reserve, National Guard and their accompanying guest (limit one) complimentary daily grounds access to the Championship. Upon arrival, Military personnel must go to the Admissions Sales and Will Call Office at the Main Spectator Entrance to present their Military ID or service verification in exchange for daily admission. Please note, these tickets cannot be upgraded to alternative venues, but are eligible for the junior admission policy.

Thursday, May 23, 2019

On May 23, 2019 at 6:00 PM, South Park High School, located at 150 Southside Pkwy., Buffalo NY, will sponsor a program to honor 123 former students with the NYS Conspicuous Service Medal. Medals will be awarded to the former service member if he/she is available or to a member of their family.
In addition, a plaque will be dedicated to honor former South Park students KIA in Vietnam and one student who is MIA.
KIA:
Michael McGuire, Philip Sosnowski, Agostino Dasaro, William Donohue, Walter Tyrcz, Timothy Nightengale, Joseph Steiner III, James Thomas, James Cummings, Larry Miles, Stephen Boryszewski, James Lee, James Carloni, Joseph Young.
MIA:
Donald Knutsen
All are welcome to attend the program. Also, the school is looking for any relatives of the KIA's and the MIA.
The plaque was paid for by David McKeever Post 64 and South Buffalo Post 721. The names of the veterans receiving the Conspicuous Service Medals were found and researched by Matt Parsons, a SAL member who also found the names of the 7 KIA's.

Friday, May24, 2019

Monday, May 27, 2019

Memorial Day

Wreath Laying Ceremonies will be conducted at the following locations in the Town of Tonawanda, beginning at 8:00am:

On the last Friday of each month, veterans come together to enjoy coffee and breakfast along with laughter and friendships! Be sure to sign up on WNY Heroes' webpage or call their office and let them know you’ll be in attendance for a headcount! 716-630-5020. Milios Restaraunt, 5877 Main St., Williamsville

Saturday, June 1, 2019

Military Family Salute and Reconnection Brunch

Saturday, June 1, 2019

Come Fly a Kite

Thursday, June 13, 2019

Monthly Free Veteran's Lunch

On the second Thursday of every month, between 12pm and 2pm Caputi's Sheridan Pub, 2351 Sheridan Drive, Tonawanda NY 14150, offers a free full buffet for any veteran of the United States Armed Forces. Any non-veteran accompanying, can purchase a buffet plate for only $6.99.

Friday, June 14, 2019

Deadline for entry is May 31, 2019

Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Veterans Stand Down

Reminiscent of safe-havens for soldiers in the Vietnam War, the largest veterans event in the Western New York area, Veterans “Stand Down” will be held on Thursday, June 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at KeyBank Center in Buffalo. The Stand Down will link and provide veterans with a wealth of resources in one convenient location.

This event will connect homeless and veterans at risk of being homeless with information and services to include immediate housing, legal advice and services. All veterans can obtain information about VA health care and other Veterans benefits information, education, free haircuts, social and family services and more. Employers will also be on site ready to interview and hire. Veterans should bring a copy of DD-214 discharge papers or military ID and a resume if interested in employment. New this year, an entire area for women veterans, free preventive pet care, Food Bank of WNY mobile food truck and NFTA job bus.

“Each year we offer more resources to veterans who attend Stand Down,” said Kristen Weese, LCSW, VA Health Care for Homeless Veterans Program Manager. “Bringing providers from the community and Veterans Affairs together in one place for the Stand Down is a great opportunity for Veterans to learn about benefits and resources.”

Free lunch and giveaways are offered to veterans who attend. VA Western New York Healthcare System and community partners sponsoring this event include, The Veterans One-stop Center (VOC) of Western New York, United Healthcare, KeyBank Center, Buffalo Sabres, Pegula Sports and Entertainment, La Nova, Western New York Veterans Housing Coalition, and Resurrection Life. For more information please contact (716) 716-862-8885 or email vhabufstanddown@va.gov.

Wednesday, June 26, 2019 through Saturday, June 29, 2019

Kenmore Days

See the following link for schedule and additional information - Kenmore Days

The Brounshidle Post will have a tent exhibit on Friday from 6:00pm to 10:00pm

We celebrate the men and women of the military with free admission to any active duty or veteran with military identification (Military ID Card, form DD-214 or NYS Driver License, Learner Permit or non-driver ID card with a veteran designation). Make sure to attend the Armed Forces Day ceremonies at 11:00 am at the Veterans Memorial. Join the State Fair community as we honor and give tribute to all members of our Armed Forces. Make sure to see all the Armed Forces participants in our Special Day Parade at 6:00 pm.